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This expert is extremely well qualified in the field of Craniofacial Plastic Surgery. He received his MD from Yale University School of Medicine and an MPH in Epidemiology from the University of Washington. He completed residencies in Head & Neck Surgery and Plastic Surgery at the University of Washington and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine before completing a Head and Neck Reconstruction and Skull Base Surgery fellowship at the University of Oviedo in Spain. He is very well published in his field with over 90 peer-reviewed articles, 19 book chapters, and 2 books in his field. He has held multiple academic roles at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Colorado teaching Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology. He is currently Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Director of Craniofacial Microsurgery and Trauma at a major university, and he is the Director of Cleft and Craniofacial Center and Chief of Pediatric Plastic Surgery at a university-affiliated children's hospital.
Director, A Major University
Master of Public Health (MPH), University of Washington
Denver,
Colorado
This experienced expert earned her BSN and MSN from Nebraska Methodist College, and her CLNC from Kaplan University. She is a certified Trauma Nurse, Emergency Nurse, Emergency Pediatric Nurse, and Trauma Nurse Specialist. She is a member of the the Emergency Nurses Association, and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. She is a recipient nof the Nursing Excellence Award through Alegent Health. Formerly, she was a Travel Contract Nurse for the Emergency Services department of TG Healthcare and American Mobile Network, as well as an Agency Nurse for Medical Staffing Network, and a Staff Nurse for Medical Solutions. She is currently the Director of Nursing for a local urgent care center.
Clinical Specialist, An emergency response service in NE
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Nebraska Methodist College
Elkhorn,
Nebraska
This highly qualified expert is board certified in general surgery and critical care. She received her BA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, before going on to get her MD at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center- San Antonio. She completed a general surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and then completed a research fellowship in the department of pediatric surgery at the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. She then completed her clinical fellowship in critical care at Washington University. She is an active contributor to her field with numerous publications and several presentations and is a member of multiple organizations, including, the Society of Critical Care Medicine, the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and the Association of Women Surgeons. She formerly served as a shift physician for Omaha EMS and currently serves as an professor in the department of general surgery, trauma, critical care and emergency surgery at a university in Nebraska. Clinically, she serves as the director of emergency general surgery, trauma and critical care at a university-affiliated medical center.
Director, A University-Affiliated Medical Center in NE
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Texas Health Science Center – San Antonio
Nebraska
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What Can a Trauma Expert Witness Opine On?
Wound Debridement
Removal of dead or infected tissue.
Fracture Reduction
Realigning broken bones for healing.
Chest Tube Placement
Draining air or fluid from the chest.
Laparotomy
Open surgery to access abdominal organs.
Pelvic Fracture Stabilization
Stabilizing broken pelvic bones.
Intravenous Fluid Resuscitation
Administering fluids to restore hydration.
FAQs for Trauma Expert Witnesses
What is a trauma expert witness?
A trauma expert witness is a medical or psychological specialist who explains trauma and its effects in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex trauma issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the expertise of a trauma expert witness?
A trauma expert witness supports personal injury, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, assault, abuse, PTSD, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases.
How can a trauma expert witness strengthen causation analysis in personal injury matters?
A trauma expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking specific injuries to the incident using medical records, biomechanics, and differential diagnosis to support liability.
What specific training and certifications should a trauma expert witness possess?
A trauma expert witness should have advanced medical or psychological degrees plus certifications in trauma care, PTSD, or forensic evaluation from accredited professional boards.
How does a trauma expert witness evaluate pre-existing psychological conditions?
A trauma expert witness evaluates pre-existing psychological conditions by reviewing records, conducting clinical interviews, and using tests to separate prior issues from trauma-related symptoms.
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